• Sourdough Shortcuts are now infused with live resin THCA diamonds, adding a super high potency offering to Aurora's portfolio of medical products

EDMONTON, AB, Aug. 1, 2023 /CNW/ -  Aurora Cannabis (NASDAQ: ACB) (TSX: ACB), the Canadian company opening the world to cannabis, has launched its first high-potency infused pre-roll for medical cannabis patients, with more than 50% total THC. Sourdough Shortcuts, launched under the San Rafael '71 brand, are infused with pure live resin THCA diamonds, delivering 50-56% THC, and giving patients a shortcut to get the benefits they rely on from their medical cannabis. The first lot to hit the Aurora Medical channel were tested at 52.8% total THC.

Available in a three-pack of individual 0.35g pre-rolls, Sourdough Shortcuts contain a proprietary blend of live resin and whole milled flower from one of Aurora's most popular original cultivars, Sourdough. Developed from a cross of Cake and Sour Diesel strains, Sourdough is known for its distinct aroma of sour mixed with baked goods.

"We continue to innovate our portfolio to meet evolving patient needs and are committed to delivering the novel, high-quality products we know our patients are looking for," says Lana Culley, VP of Science & Innovation at Aurora Cannabis. "Sourdough Shortcuts are designed with patients in mind and provide a new level of potency in both a convenient format and elevated product experience."

Sourdough Shortcuts are now available to patients on the Aurora Medical website.

Aurora is opening the world to cannabis, serving both the medical and consumer markets. Headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, Aurora is a pioneer in global cannabis, dedicated to helping people improve their lives. The Company's adult-use brand portfolio includes Aurora Drift, San Rafael '71, Daily Special, Whistler, Being and Greybeard, as well as CBD brands, Reliva and KG7. Medical cannabis brands include MedReleaf, CanniMed, Aurora and Whistler Medical Marijuana Co, as well as international brands, Pedanios, Bidiol and CraftPlant. Aurora also has a controlling interest in Bevo Farms Ltd., North America's leading supplier of propagated agricultural plants. Driven by science and innovation, and with a focus on high-quality cannabis products, Aurora's brands continue to break through as industry leaders in the medical, performance, wellness and adult recreational markets wherever they are launched. Learn more at www.auroramj.com and follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn. 

Aurora's common shares trade on the NASDAQ and TSX under the symbol "ACB". 

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